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1,499 ft
Distance
-145 ft
Descent
00:05:02
Avg time
-145 ft
Altitude change
1,916 ft
Altitude min
2,061 ft
Altitude max
2,061 ft
Altitude start
1,916 ft
Altitude end
-9.6%
Grade
-21.9%
Grade max
-3.1%
Grade min
1,499 ft
Distance down
00:05:02
Avg time

The Cure (upper) Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mount Pisgah
    Saranac Lake, New York
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in Trail Running
    • 50 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #38500 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #20376 in Trail Running
    • #107174 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    A-Frame, Berm, Jump

Probably local favorite gravity trail in North country. Well built, berms and bumps, high speed. Can take it all slowly, ( no GAP jumps, etc) but to test your skill it is a great trail. You do need to go up, there is no shuttle. Either straight up access road, or follow Zonker all the way up on a good climbing trail

Access Info

Start of trail is just before driveway to Pisgah Lodge on right

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 7 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Sep 6, 2026
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Jul 6, 2026 @ 4:05pm (America/New_York)
Jul 6, 2026
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Jun 23, 2026 @ 11:11am (America/New_York)
Jun 23, 2026
Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:12pm (America/New_York)
Apr 16, 2026
 reporter Too wet & fragile for ridin -- expect Mt Pisgah to firm up in early May. Will update if it's sooner than that.
May 23, 2025 @ 7:32am
May 23, 2025
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Apr 28, 2025 @ 6:12am
Apr 28, 2025
 Trail is not quite ready, please give this one another week or so to finish thawing.
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on Jul 6, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.14 (8 votes)
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        The Pure Cure
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        If you’re just here for the flow, this route is for you. How many laps do you have in you?
        34
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        ★ 5.0 • 19 miles • 2,378 ft • 16 • Loop •
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        Mt. Pisgah: Full Tour
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        This route will take you everywhere you want to be, and trust us, you’ll want to be there.
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        Frequently Asked Questions About The Cure (upper)

        ▼ Where is The Cure (upper) located?
        The Cure (upper) is located in Mount Pisgah, Saranac Lake, New York, United States. It is part of the Mount Pisgah trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.34133, -74.12822.
        ▼ How hard is The Cure (upper)?
        The Cure (upper) is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 9.6%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for The Cure (upper)?
        The trail has 145 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,916 ft to 2,061 ft.
        ▼ Is The Cure (upper) a point to point trail?
        Yes, The Cure (upper) is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is The Cure (upper)?
        The Cure (upper) is 1,499 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on The Cure (upper)?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on The Cure (upper). Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How do I access The Cure (upper)? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to The Cure (upper) are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride The Cure (upper)?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 7 minutes to ride The Cure (upper). The trail is 1,499 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is The Cure (upper)?
        The Cure (upper) is a very popular trail. There have been 1,321 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,096 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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